Lot 526
An early 20th century reverse-carved intaglio and gem-set brooch. The circular-shape rock...
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Lot 526
An early 20th century reverse-carved intaglio and gem-set brooch. The circular-shape rock...
Lot 526
Lot Description
An early 20th century reverse-carved intaglio and gem-set brooch. The circular-shape rock crystal, reverse-carved to depict a woman on horseback, with mother-of-pearl back, to the rose-cut diamond and oval-shape ruby spacer surround. Diameter 2.9cms. Weight 7.5gms. With case.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition good. Minor surface scratches in keeping with general age and wear to the mount.
<li>Some discolouration to the reverse of the mount.
<li>The rubies have a medium pink hue, well saturated matched.
<li>Minor surface scratches and nibbles to the facet edges.
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.
<li>The diamonds are drawing a slight yellow hue, some have incurred small nibbles and chips.
<li>The intaglio crystal is in good condition, a small amount of dirt has got behind the mother-of-pearl ground.
<li>The pin is slightly bent out of shape.
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<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>
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